A vibrant snack platter shaped like a game controller, featuring cheeses, meats, veggies, and dips in colorful sections.
# What You'll Need:
→ Cheeses
01 - 3.5 oz cheddar cheese, cubed
02 - 3.5 oz mozzarella cheese, cubed
03 - 3.5 oz pepper jack cheese, sliced
→ Meats
04 - 3.5 oz salami, sliced
05 - 3.5 oz turkey breast, rolled
→ Crackers & Bread
06 - 5.3 oz assorted crackers
07 - 3.5 oz breadsticks
→ Vegetables
08 - 1 red bell pepper, cut into strips
09 - 1 cucumber, sliced into rounds
10 - 1 cup baby carrots
11 - 3.5 oz cherry tomatoes
→ Dips
12 - 3.5 oz hummus
13 - 3.5 oz ranch dip
→ Garnishes & Buttons
14 - 12 black olives, whole
15 - 8 round grape tomatoes
16 - 1.75 oz pretzel sticks
17 - Fresh parsley, for garnish
# How-To Steps:
01 - Arrange breadsticks or cracker sticks on a large rectangular serving board to outline the shape of a classic video game controller.
02 - Fill the outlined shape with alternating sections of cheeses, deli meats, and vegetables to achieve vibrant color contrasts.
03 - Place black olives and grape tomatoes in clusters, mimicking the buttons of a game controller.
04 - Position pretzel sticks upright as joysticks, securing them with small pieces of cheese or cucumber if necessary.
05 - Serve hummus and ranch dip in small bowls placed at the grip ends or designated touchpad areas of the controller.
06 - Fill any remaining gaps with additional crackers or vegetables for a full appearance.
07 - Sprinkle fresh parsley over the platter to enhance visual appeal.
08 - Present immediately and invite guests to enjoy while socializing.
